GOing to Taylor Swift concert by train or bus
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Metrolinx has announced special rail services for the Taylor Swift Eras Tour concert series on November 14 to16 and 21 to 23.
Barrie’s GO Line
On November 14, 15, 21, 22 (for weekday concerts), a trip will be suspended to run a late-night train for concert goers to return home safely.
- The 10:01 p.m. weekday northbound trip from Union Station will not run.
- An extra trip will run at 11:54 p.m. northbound from Union Station, making all station stops.
- On November 16 and 23 (for weekend concerts), the last outbound train of the night from Union Station will depart one hour later for concert goers - the 10:54 p.m. northbound trip will depart at 11:54 p.m.
- GO is adding an additional 10 cars to handle the overflow.
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GO Bus Services
Metrolinx has also planned special GO Bus services to better accommodate the influx of traffic downtown anticipated during the Eras Tour, see GO Bus adjustments.
GO expects a large number of fans attending the concert series and encourages everyone to play their part in contributing to our collective safety. For assistance, call Transit Safety Dispatch at 1-877-297-0642 or text ‘HELP’ to 77777.
Customers are also encouraged to use gotransit.com to plan their trips and check schedules in advance.
Riders can transfer for free with One Fare between GO Transit and local transit agencies.
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